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Local visitor destination and hotel placed among the top 10% of listing around the world

North East lifestyle destination and a traditional country inn have both been recognised in TripAdvisor’s® Travelers’ Choice® Awards for 2024. Raby Castle, Park and Gardens in Staindrop and High Force Hotel in Forest-in-Teesdale, which are both part of the Raby Estate, have scooped up the award which honours businesses...

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Enjoy the outdoors whatever the weather at Life Science Centre

Life has come up with the perfect science to enjoying a summer’s day whatever the weather….moving the outdoors, indoors! The new Outdoors, Indoors garden area in the award-winning science centre forms part of a fabulous package of entertaining and educational activities for families this summer. Keep cool or escape...

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The remarkable true story of a small town that welcomed the world

When the airspace over North America was closed on 9/11 and planes were grounded, the town of Gander in Newfoundland suddenly found itself playing host to more than 6,500 passengers and crew. Now the true story of Come From Away is being brought to life on the Newcastle Theatre...

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Jim Moir ‘Newcastle Bridges’ art showcase at The Biscuit Factory Newcastle

A capsule collection of original pieces by Jim Moir will appear at The Biscuit Factory, Newcastle for a short exhibition from 31 July – 11 August. ‘Bridges of Newcastle’ is a niche collection of polaroid photos of bridges over the River Tyne captured by Jim Moir in the early...

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Calling all football fans: Eldon Square opens beloved Newcastle souvenir shop, The Back Page

Newcastle’s finest shopping and dining destination, Eldon Square, has recently welcomed an established Newcastle classic, The Back Page, as its new kiosk-style store has opened this month. From official Newcastle United merchandise to football-inspired t-shirts and caps, The Back Page has it all, making it the perfect shopping destination...

Marc Steutel coach of Newcastle Eagles talking to team on the bench.

Exciting time to be involved with The Eagles

Newcastle Eagles men’s head coach Marc Steutel insists there’s never been a better time to get behind basketball in the North East as he looks forward to the sport hitting new heights on and off the court. In a couple of weeks that have seen the confirmation of a...

Group of four people in elf-like costumes outside of the Lilidorei play park.

Lilidorei Announces it’s Very Own Olympic Games

This summer, The Alnwick Garden is excited to announce the launch of its first ‘Lililympics’. Held in the venue’s magical village of Lilidorei, the event will see children of all ages compete for a place on the Lililympics podium. From Friday 26 July, children of all ages can enjoy...

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Pride in the City Festival takeover achieves huge economic impact for Newcastle city centre

Pride in the City, presented in partnership with Newcastle NE1, welcomed record numbers to this year’s festival across Newcastle city centre, with over 82,000 people engaging with the joy of pride, supporting a positive economic impact of c £4m. Ste Dunn, Director of Northern Pride, said: “From the satellite...

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Baltic Centre for Contemporary Arts launches new online archive chronicling its 25-year history

Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art in Gateshead has launched a new online archive chronicling 25 years of contemporary art exhibitions and learning and engagement projects at the gallery. The expansive archive features more than 30,000 individual items from Baltic’s 25-year programming history and onsite library, including the very first exhibition...

Older person wearing the Falcons' third it in the stands.

Newcastle Falcons unveil special charity third kit in support of Alzheimer’s Society

Newcastle Falcons are proud to announce the launch of a special charity third kit in collaboration with Alzheimer’s Society, highlighting the club’s commitment to raising awareness and funds for the fight against dementia. A special kit for a special cause The new third kit, which will be worn during...

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